This class teaches you how to get and keep your
dog's attention, no matter what is going on. If you wish to participate
in dog sport of any type (Agility, Rally, Obedience etc.), or would
like for your dog to pay better attention, this class is for you.
As an added bonus this class will also focus on how to get a really
amazing heel using good body communication and handling skills.
Sign up quickly this class filled up very fast last year!

Pet Photography

Bring your dog, your digital camera (a DSLR is
best so you can change lenses) and laptop with photo editing software
such as Photoshop or iPhoto. Learn tips and tricks to capture your
dog's unique personality. Class participants may enter their best
photo in the Camp MerryWoof Top Shot Contest.

Rally-O Novice - Excellent

Rally Obedience is geared for dogs that have mastered
Novice obedience level exercises. Your dog should know sit / down
/ stay / front / return. The Advanced rally class is more complex
and will prepare you and your dog for trial. In Rally, the handlers
are encouraged to praise and motivate the dog as they work from
station to station within a time limit. Rally puts the fun back
in obedience for you and your dog.

Tricks and Games

Improve the bond between you and your dog by doing
something that is fun for both of you. Try some tricks to break
up the more serious obedience exercises. Teaching tricks is a great
way to get the whole family involved in training and interacting
with the dog. Kids are far more impressed with a dog that rolls
over or gives a high five, than one who heels well. This class will
also be great for dogs who do therapy visitation and are looking
to entertain people of all ages. Come and play games that will help
keep you and your dog enthusiastic about learning and working together.

Agility I & II

Camp MerryWoof offers two levels of Agility training.
A basic introduction to obstacles for the beginner dog, as well
as, a more challenging advanced course for those with experience.
Agility is a great way to boost your dog's confidence while learning
to work on A frames, tunnels, weaves, teeter-totters and more

Dock Diving

This exciting sport is for dogs that love the
water. Dock Diving Competitions are becoming more popular in the
hot months of summer. Camp Merrywoof is the perfect place to take
this wonderful class. The camp has three large docks to jump from.

Trieball

This is Canada's newest dog sport. Whether you
have a large dog, or a small dog, they love to play Trieball. At
the beginners level, dogs are taught to go to a target and push
a large (size appropriate) ball towards the handler. The handler
is in a large net, and the dog actually pushes the ball to score.
Easy to teach and fun for all dogs!

Professional Photography

John A. Butler Professional Photography (www.johnabutler.com)
will be on site to capture those phenomenal action shots of your
dog working the agility equipment or splashing in the water. Haven't
you always wanted a picture perfect photo of you and your dog? Give
some thought to that perfect Christmas post card. Book your appointment
early! Marty's photos are spectacular.

T-Touch for the Family Pet

The T-Touch method of training can influence your
pet's health and behaviour. With the application of T-Touch you
can improve your pet's mobility, enhance recovery from physical
exertion/stress and improve the bond with your pet. T-Touch can
also help dogs that are fearful or shy, and dogs that pull on the
leash, bark, chew, get car sick and have grooming concerns. T-Touch
can help calm and manage your over-exuberant pet. Join us
for two Interactive T-Touch Workshops on Saturday at 11:00am and
7:00pm.

Dog First Aid

Friday Night at 8:00pm, Guest Speaker: LInda Cooney
MacWilliams

Zoom on one of the Camp
MerryWoof docks.

Registration Information

Reserve a single room or come with a friend
and share a double room or bring a group to fill a quad room. Each
building offers showers and flush toilets.

Includes two nights and two and a half
days, seven delicious meals, accommodations, lectures, six sequential
training classes. Plus you may participate in the obedience, agility
and rally fun matches.

Also enjoy the Instructors Challenge
|and Ask the Expert Panel.

For your convenience, Camp MerryWoof offers
a variety of packages. Choose the right package for your needs.
Train in your choice of class or just sit back, relax and watch
at ring-side. You decide - it's your vacation!

Register today!!!

To register, download the following registration
form and mail with deposit to:

Camp Merrywoof is located on a beautiful peninsula stretching out into Big Rideau Lake. The camp sits on 30 acres of land between Smiths Falls and Perth in Eastern Ontario.Click here for directions.

What to Bring

Click the image below to view a printable
checklist of things to bring to Camp.

Canine Accommodations

Your dog can be with you at all times except
in the dining hall. For your dog's safety you must crate your dog
when he is left alone. Please bring your own crate. Dog owners not
crating their dogs are responsible for any / all damages to camp
property. Dogs are not allowed off-leash, unless in the training
areas and must be supervised. Please note that handlers allowing
their dog to run loose will be asked to leave the campgrounds. If
you leave the campgrounds to run an errand and your dog is left
in his crate, please advise a staff member.

Campground Policies

A copy of vaccination / certificate
of health will be required. Dogs without current proof of vaccination
or certificate of health will not be admitted on the grounds.